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46 CFR 111.51-4: -4 Short-circuit calculations for systems 1500 kilowatts or above.

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  1. Title 46—Shipping
  2. CHAPTER I—COAST GUARD, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
  3. SUBCHAPTER J—ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
  4. PART 111—ELECTRIC SYSTEMS—GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
  5. Subpart 111.51—Calculation of Short-Circuit Currents and Coordination of Overcurrent Protective Devices

Short-circuit calculations must be submitted for systems with an aggregate generating capacity of 1500 kilowatts or more by utilizing one of the following methods:

(a) Exact calculations using actual impedance and reactance values of system components.

(b) Estimated calculations using IEC 61363-1:1998 for AC systems and IEC 61660-1:1997 for DC systems (both incorporated by reference; see § 110.10-1 of this subchapter).

(c) The estimated calculations using a commercially established analysis procedure for utility or industrial applications.

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